The bacteria are found naturally in warm seawater, and can cause a severe and potentially life-threatening illness in humans called vibriosis. Some experts warn it could pose a growing threat.

The culprit? Vibrio — specifically, vibrio vulnificus, and becoming infected with it, a condition called vibriosis, can lead to life-threatening complications. Some experts are concerned that ...

Though infection can happen when coming into contact with the bacteria with an open wound, including a recent piercing or tattoo, the most common source of vibriosis is raw or undercooked seafood.

The individual, who was not identified, had vibriosis, which can cause a breakdown in skin and ulcers, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced in a news release. It is not yet clear if the person died from ...

It is often found where rivers meet the ocean. Most people get vibriosis by eating raw or undercooked shellfish, particularly oysters. Some people get vibriosis after an open wound comes in ...

A study published this week found that Hurricane Ian led to a spike in cases of vibriosis, a life-threatening illness caused by a water-borne bacteria called Vibrio, in Florida. In Lee County ...

Since Jan. 1 there have been 26 confirmed cases of Vibriosis in Florida, resulting in five deaths – including the one in Sarasota County, as recorded at https://www.flhealthcharts.gov.

Residents in Rhode Island are being warned about vibriosis risks after a recent fatal case, according to NBC affiliate WJAR. The Department of Health advises that having open wounds, including ...